Comparative Analysis of Interjectional Synonyms in Spoken Language Corpus: Focused on the Meaning and Usage of the Interjections ‘eo’ and ‘eung’

This study conducted a comparative analysis of the usage patterns of Korean exclamations ‘eo’ and ‘eung’ in spoken corpus. The findings reveal that both are predominantly used for listener response signals and affirmative answers within dialogue. ‘eo’ is more frequently used for emotional expressions, while ‘eung’ is more common for indicating speaker's intent. These results suggest that exclamations play a significant role in maintaining interaction and flow in conversation. Additionally, the selection and use of exclamations are closely tied to the formality of the situation and the context of communication. The study underscores the importance of research based on actual language use data, providing direction for future research focused on spoken language.